10 Unsuccessful Decisions for Apartment Renovation

It's great when renovation is done by an experienced foreman who knows what he's doing, but sometimes even craftsmen make mistakes. Technical director of "Repair Point" Dmitry Kulakov compiled a shortlist of the most unsuccessful decisions during apartment renovation.

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Technical Director of "Repair Point" Company

Lack of or Violation of Ventilation

Remember that the minimum air exchange rate should be 60 cubic meters per hour per person. Lack of proper ventilation can even affect your physical health: headaches in the morning and fatigue may occur. For bathrooms, this can lead to constant humidity and stuffy air, and the growth of mold.

Poor Electrical Wiring

Misinstallation can cause circuit breakers to keep tripping and prevent simultaneous use of the stove and kettle. In the worst case, careless installation of electrical wiring can even lead to a fire.

Cheap Plumbing Fixtures

In most cases, renovation is done for years, and plumbing fixtures are chosen for the same long-term period. Therefore, buying cheap plumbing fixtures is unlikely to pay off. This applies to savings on fittings and pipes, as well as mixers and other accessories.

The reasons are clear: installation of low-quality components can cause leaks and flooding, which over time may require a significant amount of money to fix.

Choosing Low-Quality Towel Warmer

This device most often leaks, so we decided to list it separately. If you decide to install a towel warmer, excessive saving on it in the future will lead to a lot of trouble in fixing leaks.

Using Incandescent Bulbs

They heat up significantly, so their use can be a problem—especially in table lamps. In addition, such bulbs have a relatively short lifespan—they are fragile and sensitive to even small impacts. But most importantly: they are potentially fire hazardous.

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Overcrowding the Bathroom

Many people want to fit as many plumbing fixtures as possible in a standard bathroom. Such non-ergonomic approach leads to no space even for a brush or toilet paper holder. It’s also uncomfortable to be in such a room.

Keeping Old Parquet

Creaking parquet that sheds dust is unlikely to serve you well in the future. If you're doing a long-term major renovation, it's better to replace such a "longevity".

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Lack of Radiators Under Windows

Don't think that radiators can be replaced with heated floors. There should be a heating element under all external windows to ensure the most comfortable atmosphere in your home.

Non-Ergonomic Layout Planning

Planning the layout of your apartment is an important part of any renovation. When considering unusual solutions, think about whether it will be convenient for you to live in such a space. For example, if the kitchen or living room is located right at the entrance to your apartment.

Removing Load-Bearing Structures

Such actions without prior calculation and design can lead to serious damage to the entire building. Therefore, they should always be carefully calculated and coordinated.